Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst Job Description

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Holyoke Public Schools is a PK-12 public school district serving 5,000 students, of whom 80 percent are Latino / Latina, in 14 schools / sites. We employ nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse community of learners. We've invested in recruiting and retaining top quality educators who inspire bold thinking, recognize student potential, and encourage all students to work towards their goals. The City of Holyoke, with a population of about 38,000 residents, is in Hampden County within the Pioneer Valley region of western Massachusetts.

Our Equity Commitments are pledges we are making to address systemic equity challenges.

• We intentionally build a community that is anti-racist, inclusive, and culturally responsive .
• We ensure that students, families, and staff get the support they need to be successful .
• We seek out and incorporate the voices of those impacted , with a commitment to include those who have been excluded in the past.
• We promote access and inclusion for all students, staff, and families.
• We respect, embrace and honor the diversity of our students, families, staff, and community.
• We reflect on our own behavior to minimize harm to others.
• We create a culture of acceptance and empathy so that everyone feels valued and is able to contribute to our community's success.

HPS was placed into receivership by the State of Massachusetts in Spring 2015 because of struggling performance. We have since implemented a Turnaround Plan that has led to expanded opportunities for students to explore the arts, sports, sciences, local and world cultures, early college and work-based learning. Since 2015, HPS has experienced numerous accomplishments for instance :

FINANCE DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The HPS finance team ensures that the operating budget is designed to achieve our mission to ensure that all students graduate prepared to excel in college, career and community leadership. The current year budget is $113 million. The finance department includes the functions of budgeting, accounting, accounts payable, revenue, grants, and procurement. The finance team usually comprises 8-10 individuals who work collaboratively with other departments, especially Human Resources, and schools. The work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and mission-oriented.

POSITION OVERVIEW

A financial analyst helps develop and manage department and school budgets. This includes responsibilities like : compiling data, developing financial reports, accounting, analyzing and monitoring finances, forecasting, reconciling revenues and expenditures, and recording revenue. The Financial Analyst must be able to handle several projects at any given time. This position is an ideal opportunity for someone who has strong analytical and / or financial skills and cares about providing strong customer service to people who work in schools.

Work Schedule : This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday) in the HPS central office. Extra hours are required on occasion to accomplish key tasks during busy times.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations

Data and Technology

Customer Service and Communications

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications :

Please note, we are willing to invest in this person and position.

Applicants do not need to fit every qualification, but must show a

willingness to work hard and learn quickly

Experience, skills, traits, and beliefs :

Reports To : Director of Budgeting and Accounting or Budget Manager

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

$46,000-$54,000 commensurate with experience.

START DATE : As soon as possible